The Honda Pilot was newly redesigned for 2016 with three rows of seats and room for eight passengers, or only seven if you choose the second-row captain’s chairs. Five available trims include the option for front-wheel or all-wheel drive with a roomy cabin and upscale interior.

A wide range of standard and available safety features makes the Pilot a great choice for families. There’s a multi-angle rearview camera, brake assist, and daytime running lights across the lineup. Honda Sensing with collision-mitigation braking, road-departure mitigation, a forward-collision warning, and a lane-departure warning are optional on the EX and EX-L trims, and standard on the top Touring and Elite models.

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2016 Honda Pilot

The 2015 Toyota Highlander comes with room for up to eight passengers in a range of five trims. You also have your choice of two gasoline engines: a 2.7-liter four-cylinder or a 3.5-liter V6 for a more responsive ride. Front-wheel drive is standard with the option for all-wheel drive on models with the V6 engine only.

Powertrain choices don’t end there, however. The 2015 Toyota Highlander is also available as a hybrid with a 3.5-liter V6 paired to electric motors for 280 net system horsepower. This is a great choice for those who are constantly toting the kids across town with EPA-estimated fuel economy of up to 28 mpg city, highway, and combined.

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2015 Toyota Highlander

The 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe offers room for up to eight passengers in a range of three trims with rear-wheel or four-wheel drive. There’s also plenty of room for cargo, with 15.3 cubic feet behind the third row, 51.7 cubic feet behind the second row, and 94.7 cubic feet behind the front seats. It can also tow up to 8,600 pounds when properly equipped.

This year’s Tahoe is also the first with Teen Driver as a standard feature. This feature lets parents see the maximum speed, the distance driven, and the number of times any active safety features were engaged while their teen was driving. It’s a great tool for coaching young drivers and guiding them toward better driving habits.

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2017 Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2018 Ford Expedition was newly redesigned with a roomy cabin and powerful 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces up to 400 horsepower with 480 lb-ft of torque. This gives it a maximum tow rating of up to 9,300 pounds. There’s also 20.9 cubic feet of cargo room behind the third row, 57.5 cubic feet behind the second row, and 104.6 cubic feet behind the front seats. 

If that’s not enough space, there’s also the Expedition Max. This is the long-wheelbase version of the Expedition, and although it has a slightly lower 9,000-pound tow rating, the interior is cavernous. There’s 36.0 cubic feet behind the third row, 73.3 cubic feet behind the second row, and 121.5 cubic feet behind the front seats.

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2018 Ford Expedition

The 2017 Nissan Armada was newly redesigned with room for eight and a powerful 5.6-liter V8 engine with 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque. There’s a choice of rear-wheel or all-wheel drive in a range of three trims, and it can tow up to 8,500 pounds when properly equipped.

The Armada is well-appointed even in the base trim level, with standard power-adjustable front seats with heat, an 8-inch infotainment screen with navigation, and a 13-speaker Bose audio system. There’s also dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity, and reclining second-row bench seats all standard across the lineup.

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2017 Nissan Armada

The 2015 GMC Yukon was newly redesigned with a choice of rear-wheel or four-wheel drive and two powerful engines. There’s a 5.3-liter V8 with 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque or a 6.2-liter V8 with 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. It has a maximum tow rating of up to 8,400 pounds and a roomy cabin with 15.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, 51.7 cubic feet behind the second row, and 94.7 cubic feet behind the front seats.

Sitting at the top of the Yukon lineup is the luxurious Denali trim, which is a badge reserved for the most well-equipped GMC vehicles. It includes standard wireless phone charging, a power liftgate, and an 8-inch infotainment screen.

2015 GMC Yukon

The 2016 Cadillac Escalade comes with standard seating for seven, but the extended wheelbase ESV has an optional second-row bench seat that brings seating up to eight. This is a luxury vehicle, so buying an Escalade even in the base trim includes a wide range of standard amenities that ensure everyone is comfortable. It starts with an interior that features real wood trim and hand-sewn materials along with ambient lighting.

Triple-sealed doors help keep the ride quiet, and there’s a reclining second row so passengers can relax. There’s standard wireless phone charging, tri-zone climate control, and a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel. Front seats are both heated and cooled with leather upholstery to complete the luxury vibe.

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2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV

The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse was all-new with room for up to eight passengers and a choice of either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. It also offers a choice of engines with either a 3.6-liter six-cylinder or a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. A wide range of six trim levels makes it easier to find a Traverse with the features you want at a price that fits your budget.

The roomy interior also has plenty of space for cargo with 23 cubic feet behind the third row, 58.1 cubic feet behind the second row, and 98.2 cubic feet behind the front seats. Properly equipped, the Traverse can tow up to 5,000 pounds.

2018 Chevrolet Traverse

The 2017 Toyota Sequoia offers an expansive cabin with room for up to eight passengers in a range of three trims. It has a long list of standard features including a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, tri-zone automatic climate control with separate rear seat controls, a power moonroof, an eight-way power driver’s seat, and running boards.

All those convenience features are matched by plenty of capability. The Sequoia has a powerful 5.7-liter V8 engine with 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque with a choice of rear-wheel or four-wheel drive. It can tow up to 7,400 pounds when properly equipped, while also providing room for up to 120.1 cubic feet of cargo behind the front seats.

2017 Toyota Sequoia

The 2018 Lincoln Navigator was newly redesigned with room for up to eight passengers and a luxurious interior in every trim level. It’s powered by a 3.5-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine with 450 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque, and it can tow up to 8,700 pounds when properly equipped. The Navigator is a capable vehicle with a choice of rear-wheel or four-wheel drive, but what makes it stand out is the interior.

Standard features include wood trims, leather-wrapped steering wheel, ambient lighting, and tri-zone automatic temperature control. There are 10-way power-adjustable heated front seats with lumbar support, a power folding and reclining second row, and a 14-speaker Revel audio system with SYNC 3 infotainment to complete the package.

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2018 Lincoln Navigator

10 Best Used 8-Passenger SUVs

SUVs are everywhere these days, and it seems like most American drivers want one. SUVs are versatile, are easy to get in and out of, and can be a lot of fun to drive. It’s also nice to have a driving position that looks down on traffic, not up at it. That is why we have selected the best options.

Best Used SUVs

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10 Best Used Pickup Trucks

10 Best Used Small Trucks

Trucks have become the new everyday vehicle for millions of people because modern pickups deliver a unique mix of ultimate utility and comfort that few other vehicles can. Automakers have responded by adding more luxury, better tech, and a load of clever options that make trucks more useful, desirable, and expensive. Buying used can save you thousands of dollars over new, and certified pre-owned (CPO) is even better.
Vehicle manufacturers must authorize dealers before they can certify vehicles. The process involves a rigorous inspection, and only vehicles within a certain age and mileage range qualify. While CPO vehicles can be a little more expensive than other used models, they typically come with long manufacturer warranties that cover a large portion of vehicle systems. That peace of mind is worth the extra cost, and you'll typically end up with a much nicer vehicle overall, as CPOs are held to a higher standard.
Which certified pre-owned pickup truck is right for you? There are so many great choices that it's hard to go wrong. We've gathered a list of our favorite recent model-year CPO trucks. Let's get started. 

10 Best CPO Pickup Trucks

10 Best Used Pickup Trucks Under $35,000

10 Most Reliable Used SUVs

A two-row SUV adds the additional cargo capacity and roomier interior of an SUV while still keeping dimensions manageable for those who live in more urban areas. They also get better fuel economy so they're easier on your budget. Here are the 10 best used two-row SUVs.

10 Best Used Two-Row SUVs

10 Best Used Electric SUVs

There is a wide range of eight-passenger SUVs on the market, but it can be a challenge finding one you can afford. Large SUVs that easily accommodate the kids and their friends are often more expensive than smaller ones, which makes them tough to fit into the family budget. A used eight-passenger SUV is a more affordable option.

Buying used will not only save you money and keep you on budget, but it may also let you get into a higher trim level or more luxurious vehicle than you could afford if you were buying new. Here are the 10 best used eight-passenger SUVs perfect for families.

There is no getting around the fact that the American public loves SUVs. For this model year, many predict that U.S. car buyers will purchase twice as many SUVs and trucks as passenger cars. The reason? Consumers appreciate the elevated driving position and the people- and cargo-carrying versatility that SUVs bring to the party.

10 Used SUVs That Are Great Values

Americans love SUVs. This is as true as the sky is blue. Americans love their looks, their versatility, and the aura they project. You don’t hear people who have inactive, sedentary lifestyles talking about their SUVs. The people who drive SUVs are pictured as adventurers who might just head off into the wilderness on an overlanding expedition on a moment's notice.

If there is a problem attached to SUVs and their popularity, it is their expense. For cheap transport, a small sedan, hatchback, or coupe will typically be much less expensive than an SUV. Sure, you can buy a used SUV, but with no warranty, you are out in the cold if something goes wrong. The solution is a certified pre-owned SUV backed by the manufacturer. If you shop and bargain, it will be much less expensive than the same model purchased new, but it will be covered by a comprehensive manufacturer warranty. Problem solved. Here are the 10 best CPO SUVs under $25,000.

10 Best CPO SUVs Under $25,000

We’re not surprised that you are interested in buying an SUV. You are certainly not alone. They used to say that the 1990s was the decade of the sport-utility vehicle, but the argument could be successfully made that this is the SUV decade. We don’t have to tell you why, either. Pretty much everybody is aware of how useful and versatile most SUVs are. For those who have people to transport or stuff to carry, an SUV will get the job done for them. If the SUV has an Achilles’ heel, it is cost. SUVs are typically expensive vehicles. Some of the vehicles on this list had suggested retail prices well over $60,000 when they were new. No matter how you slice it, that’s a lot of money for a vehicle. The answer to that is buying a certified pre-owned SUV, because that can drop the price by thousands of dollars while still offering you new-car-like warranty protection. Here are the 10 best CPO SUVs under $40,000.

10 Best CPO SUVs Under $40,000

Most Americans equate a vehicle’s size and weight to its ability to protect them in a collision. And there is some truth to that. It’s one of the reasons crossovers and SUVs have become so popular. They make you feel safer when you’re behind the wheel. But some SUVs are safer than others. Although modern-day crossovers are the safest the auto industry has ever produced, some models perform better in crash tests than others, or offer more sophisticated accident avoidance systems and driver aids that can help you avoid an accident in the first place.

For millions of Americans shopping for a good used SUV, safety is also a high priority, and you don’t have to compromise on safety to find an affordable SUV. There are many used models out there with the same desirable safety technology and excellent crash performance as the new 2020 models. To help you narrow down your search, we’ve created this list of 10 used SUVs under $40,000 with available accident avoidance systems and excellent crash test scores. Since most are just two to three years old, they can be found with low mileage and they can be purchased through manufacturers certified pre-owned programs.

Used SUVs Under $40,000 With Accident Avoidance Systems

While sedans are waning in popularity, SUVs and crossovers are more popular than ever. That means there are lots of choices for those who want a new SUV for the family. The challenge with buying an SUV is that it can be expensive. Used SUVs are a great way to stay on budget while still getting the car you need.

Since SUVs are often full of people, including lots of kids, safety is a priority. Here are the 10 safest used SUVs you can buy based on Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash test ratings. All received the highest Top Safety Pick+ rating for the year listed.

10 Safest Used SUVs

Graduate, find a mate, procreate, and buy a crossover with three rows of seats. For millions, it’s the American dream: space for the entire family and then some. SUVs with the ability to carry up to seven passengers are more popular than ever. They’ve become the must-have for dads and moms from Newport, Rhode Island, to Newport Beach, California.

And why not? Little Billy Jr. shouldn’t be forced to share a row with his sister. She’s icky. And sister Jane deserves her own row of seats as well. There you go, girl. Stretch out and dream of someday owning your own three-row family truckster. Yes, we can stop for ice cream. But with dozens of used 3-row SUVs out there, which is best for your family? Well, we’ve done the research for you and narrowed it down to the 10 we think are the best. We’ve also limited the selection to crossovers. We’ll cover big-daddy SUVs like the Chevrolet Tahoe and Ford Expedition separately. Here are our favorites.

Best Used 3-Row SUVs

SUVs are everywhere these days, and it seems like most American drivers want one. In 2020, sales of SUVs topped the 50% level in the light-vehicle market for the first time, and the trend shows no sign of abating. SUVs are versatile, are easy to get in and out of, and can be a lot of fun to drive. It’s also nice to have a driving position that looks down on traffic, not up at it. The only trouble with SUVs is they are, on average, more expensive than their conventional sedan and hatchback counterparts.

The answer to that potential issue is to purchase a used SUV. Studies have shown quite clearly that vehicles that have been manufactured during the past few years have very long useful lives, perhaps the longest in history. That’s why this list of the five SUVs that cost the least to insure can be so valuable.

5 Used SUVs That Cost Less to Insure

When it comes to transportation, most people want comfort. Because of that, SUVs are everywhere. And if you have to ride in the second row of an SUV, there is no more comfortable place than in a captain’s chair. That is why SUVs with captain’s chairs are so popular. People like the elevated driving position and the people-carrying versatility that SUVs are so well-known for. And they love the people-hauling ability of vehicles that offer captain’s chairs in the second row. Not only are the captain’s chairs typically more comfortable than a spot on a bench seat, but the gap between the two captain’s chairs makes it easy to get into and out of the third row. That's a win-win. Of course, when purchased new, three-row SUVs with captain’s chairs are typically expensive. A great way around that is to buy a recent-vintage used version. Here is our list of the 10 best used SUVs with captain’s chairs.


10 Best Used SUVs With Captain’s Chairs

When you’re heading off to college, an SUV makes a lot of sense. It has the spaciousness you’ll need to move your furniture from dorm rooms to apartments, and to carry you and your friends on unforgettable road trips. And it often has all-wheel drive for that time snow fails to postpone that crucial exam or job interview. 

But a new SUV is often tough on a college budget. That’s why we’ve rounded up the 10 best used SUVs for college. Most of these models are small, easy to drive, and relatively affordable, yet also roomy enough to be useful. For variety, we also included a couple of higher-end models — two vehicles with third-row seating and one from a luxury brand. We focused on the 2016 model year to keep things relatively affordable, yet avoiding SUVs that may be too old to reliably get you through college. 

10 Best Used SUVs for College 

Prestige. Panache. Performance. The three pillars of a great German luxury car. The best combine a depth of engineering with exceptional design detail and an extraordinary exploitation of form as well as function. They look good and they drive even better.

You can argue that Germany’s top luxury brands — BMW, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi — build the best cars in the world. And that they have for decades. Many enthusiasts agree. Germany’s best also offer incredible used-car value. That’s right, buying used German luxury can save you big bucks compared to buying the brand new version of the very same car. For a fraction of the price, you get the same prestige, panache, and performance. To maximize your value, we limited our list of the 10 best used German luxury cars to models just four years old or newer. That means they’re still available through factory-certified pre-owned (CPO) programs with extended warranties. Our choices are listed alphabetically. 